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Forefront Surveying

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Forefront Surveying

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5 years of experience

I would like to take this opportunity to introduce you to Forefront Surveying and Engineering. Our company specializes in Land Surveying services and was established in 2020. Employing professionals with over 50 years of land surveying experience, we are here to provide our communities with excellent professional land surveying services.

I would like to take this opportunity to introduce you to Forefront Surveying and Engineering. Our company specializes in Land Surveying services and was established in 2020. Employing professionals with over 50 years of land surveying experience, we are here to provide our communities with excellent professional land surveying services.


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MG2A

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MG2A is a partnership of professional engineers, professional land surveyors, and planners. We have been providing technical services in the Chicagoland area for over 35 years. Our firm is licensed to provide engineering and surveying services in Illinois and Indiana. MG2A's clients include local governments, utility providers, builders, and businesses who are making our communities strong. Our mission is to help others build strong communities with reliable and resilient infrastructure, great spaces and places, and development that reinforces local prosperity.

MG2A is a partnership of professional engineers, professional land surveyors, and planners. We have been providing technical services in the Chicagoland area for over 35 years. Our firm is licensed to provide engineering and surveying services in Illinois and Indiana. MG2A's clients include local governments, utility providers, builders, and businesses who are making our communities strong. Our mission is to help others build strong communities with reliable and resilient infrastructure, great spaces and places, and development that reinforces local prosperity.


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American backyard LLC

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American backyard LLC

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10 years of experience

I am a landscaper. I have been in this field since I was a young boy. I have had many projects that seems impossible but with my work ethic and strong values I always walked away with the customer happy with my work and you will too!

I am a landscaper. I have been in this field since I was a young boy. I have had many projects that seems impossible but with my work ethic and strong values I always walked away with the customer happy with my work and you will too!

Land Surveying questions, answered by experts

A land survey includes the layout of a single property, including precise measurements and to-scale drawings of boundary lines, land improvements, and sometimes other features, like topography and drainage information. A plat map includes the layouts and boundary lines of several adjacent plots and basic structure measurements. Surveys are normally more valuable for homeowners and buyers, and plat maps are for governmental use.

Permit requirements to clear land vary by municipality, so whether or not you need permits depends on where you live and what you’re removing from the land. Some building departments will require permits for any underground work or excavation, meaning grinding down tree stumps on your property would require permits. Others mandate individual permits for each tree you remove. You can contact your local building department or a land-clearing specialist near you to see if permits are necessary for your job.

If you or your mortgage lender think your land survey needs to be more accurate, double-check the survey report and get at least a second opinion from the original surveyor and an inspector, if possible. Although it’s unlikely, even reputable surveying companies can make mistakes. An inaccurate survey can cause problems down the road in the case of any property line disputes, so it’s best to resolve any inaccuracies as quickly as possible.

To hire a land surveyor, you need to start by searching online for reputable professionals in your area. Here are a few steps to take when making a shortlist:

  • Browse land surveyor service website

  • Check credentials

  • Read customer reviews

  • Find their contact information

  • Call or email to inquire about more information

  • Ask how far they travel, if you’re some distance away

  • Find out how they charge for their services

  • Ask about schedule and turnaround times

  • Repeat these steps for one to two other services and compare pricing

Land surveys are worth it in several scenarios including selling your home, building an addition, constructing a fence, or making major changes to your landscape. A professional land survey can help you avoid legal issues with your neighbors and confirm the value of your property. In many cases, you may be required to order a land survey to receive a construction permit or mortgage loan.

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